n. [ Prob. from OF. brossequin, or D. broosken. See Brodekin. ] 1. A strong, protecting covering for the foot, coming some distance up the leg. [ 1913 Webster ]
The hunted red deer's undressed hide Their hairy buskins well supplied. Sir W. Scott. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. A similar covering for the foot and leg, made with very thick soles, to give an appearance of elevation to the stature; -- worn by tragic actors in ancient Greece and Rome. Used as a symbol of tragedy, or the tragic drama, as distinguished from comedy. [ 1913 Webster ]
Great Fletcher never treads in buskins here, No greater Jonson dares in socks appear. Dryden. [ 1913 Webster ]
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